Bridges Community Day serves 12 students in grades 7-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridges Community Day ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bridges Community Day's student population of 12 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bridges Community Day is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
22:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
50%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
42%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Bridges Community Day?
The graduation rate of Bridges Community Day is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Bridges Community Day?
12 students attend Bridges Community Day.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Bridges Community Day students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, and 8% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridges Community Day?
Bridges Community Day has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Bridges Community Day offer ?
Bridges Community Day offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Bridges Community Day part of?
Bridges Community Day is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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